Ignacio Zaragoza Travel Guide
Veracruz

Visit Ignacio Zaragoza
Popular places to visit

Veracruz Harbour
Watch the busy maritime activity, admire grand architectural structures and visit a 16th-century Spanish colonial fortress at this historic port.

Veracruz Aquarium
Spot exotic fish, dive with sharks, swim with dolphins and get up-close with tropical birds at this superb aquarium.

Malecón de Veracruz
Malecón de Veracruz is just one of the places to see in Veracruz, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Zócalo
You can learn about the history of Veracruz when you stop by Zócalo. While in this family-friendly area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Veracruz Cathedral
Discover the fine collection of religious art that decorates this 18th-century cathedral and relax at the sidewalk cafés of nearby Zócalo.

San Juan de Ulua Castle
Once the main landing point for new arrivals to Spanish-ruled Mexico, this 16th-century fortress is shrouded in the legends of explorers and pirate attacks.
Things to do

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Bus Tour

Veracruz: Panoramic Sightseeing City Tour and Attractions

Veracruz - Panoramic Sightseeing Bus Tour

3-hour tour to the San Juan de Ulúa Fortress

From Veracruz: San Juan de Ulua Prison Tour

Full Day Tour to Catemaco and Los Tuxtlas with Transportation
Top hotels in Ignacio Zaragoza

Hotel Villamar
Es muy buen servicio sólo no tienen personal para el equipaje pero bueno
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Hotel Acuario de Veracruz

Veracruz Suites Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025

Hotel Hostal de Cortes
Limpia la habitacion
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Camino Real Veracruz
Ninguna mala opinión, todo bien
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Emporio Veracruz Hotel
The rooms should be updated with more outlets for laptops, watches, mobile phones, etc.
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ignacio Zaragoza

Malecon
Malecon is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Regatas Beach or Veracruz Aquarium.

Vista Mar
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Vista Mar and surrounding area, you can visit Benito Juarez Auditorium and Parque Recreativo Cri-Cri.

Zona Centro
While there might not be top attractions in Zona Centro, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Zócalo and Parque Recreativo Cri-Cri.

Old Town Veracruz
Waterfront views, historical sites and spas highlight some of the noteworthy features of Old Town Veracruz. Make a stop by Zócalo or Veracruz Harbour while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Faros
If you're spending some time in Faros, Veracruz Harbour and Carranza Lighthouse are top sights worth seeing.

Los Portales
While visiting Los Portales, you might make a stop by sights like Zócalo and Palacio Municipal.
